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Name: Cori Recktenwald Year in School: Sophomore Major: English Years Playing Rugby: 4 Position in Rugby: Hooker and flanker     Why did you choose your school? Alfred’s small size, proximity to home, and generous financial aid offer (as well as its rugby team) were the main reasons I chose to come here. The small size of the university was an especially important factor for me; all the professors here are interested in getting to know their students as individuals and helpin

Name: Landen Day Year in School: Sophomore Major: Mechanical Engineering Years Playing Rugby: 3 Position in Rugby: Prop/Loose Forward   Why did you choose your school? I chose the University of South Carolina because it felt like the best overall fit for me, academically, socially, and personally. After visiting several schools and growing up in Charleston, UofSC stood out among them all. Every time I visited campus, I felt welcomed and excited to be there, and it quickly bec

It’s the start of a new year, and now is the perfect time to reflect on what went well this last semester and what you can improve on. Here are critical items students in each grade level should follow through on: Grade 9 & 10 – Now is the perfect time to think about improving your grades, adding more challenging courses next year, and ensuring active participation on your high school campus. Check out all the clubs available at your school and sign up now. The earlier you

Top rugby players are often praised for their great “field vision” or ability to look at their opposition and put together runs and passes that make it seem like their defenders aren’t even there. Even exceptionally gifted rugby players must work hard to build the peripheral vision that makes this possible, helping them identify defenders or support players in the corners of their eyes. Strong peripheral awareness helps players quickly assess what is happening around them, so

Time Management can be a struggle for everyone – especially collegiate athletes with a FULL class schedule, practices to attend, homework, social life etc. Our friends at Hall Wellness & Sports Consultants have an awesome tool to help you maximize your time and become a better student-athlete! How can this Match Week Planning Tool help? Gain Better Clarity throughout the week and in the lead-up to a game (which we all want!) Good for Scheduling Skills, Extras & Fitness top u

There’s no avoiding the fact that the college landscape has become very competitive, so students who are shooting for selective schools must use their summers to their advantage. While it can be tempting to have a lazy summer doing absolutely nothing but catch up on mind-numbing TV, you might want to think about keeping your brain working throughout the summer months. There are a multitude of options available, but here are a few of my top choices: Taking a summer course at y

Name: Lilian Lu Major: Computer Security Information Assurance/ Concentration Digital Forensics Years Playing Rugby: 1 year Position in Rugby: Scrum-half   Why did you choose your school? Norwich University’s rich legacy as the oldest military college is the birthplace of the country's inaugural ROTC program, and it was the deciding factor in what I wished to pioneer in my career. Pursuing a college experience while building a disciplined lifestyle was the best way I could pr

When the weather outside is frightful, staying curled up with a book is just so delightful! Here are some top books you should read before college. There is no better way to increase your vocabulary ( read: help increase those test scores! ) as well as give you some good fodder to discuss in upcoming application essays and interviews ( juniors especially! ). Note: for anyone who says, “I don’t have time to read,” audiobooks are my preferred method these days of “reading” book

If you’re starting your college exploration phase now (highly recommended for Grades 9 & 10 graders, and especially critical for Grade 11 students), you may be overwhelmed with the process of planning visits. Either based on your schedule or budget, visiting all the campuses you are interested in just may not happen! But have no fear! One of the pandemic's silver linings is that all colleges and universities have created robust virtual visit options. From live tour options (w

By Kate Forman, Former Rugger’s Edge Advisor You (the students) must read books, solve math problems, plot science experiments, and write essays (oh, the writing!). Balancing these requirements can be pretty complicated, and you need a secret weapon. Here it is: Check your grades (every day) Checking your grades should become a habit; I do this in all my classes. As the bell rings, every kid knows to open their grades and then record them on a student calendar (created in

Too Big! Too Small! One of the most critical things I do when working with a family is helping the student identify rugby programs that would be a “good fit.” But what does a “good fit” mean ? As the pictures above clearly demonstrate, it is easy to see when clothes or shoes don’t fit, but it's not easy to envision whether a collegiate rugby program will work for your athlete’s goals. Below are a few questions I encourage players to consider in determining what program will

Add Meditation to your Weekly Practice! It’s not complicated, it’s not religious, it’s not spiritual, and anyone can do it. It’s just what we said above: you practice focusing to concentrate better. Most research is behind the “single point focus,” meaning you try to spend 10 to 20 minutes thinking about just one thing. And just like spending ten to twenty minutes training a body part eventually makes it stronger outside of the workout, intensely training your focus improves

Special Guest Post By: Army West Point Men's Rugby Head Coach, Matt Sherman Changes in the Recruiting Process:  Over the years, the recruiting process has evolved significantly. I think, overall, higher-caliber players and athletes are drawn to the sport. As the game has grown at the youth and high school level, the level of experience and coaching has increased, and the caliber of players looking to play at the collegiate level has improved.  There are also more formal pathw

Here's a common question I am often asked: How important is it for my student to know their intended college major while in high school? I think there are a few ways to approach this: 1. Many students apply and enroll as " Undeclared or Undecided ," and that is fine! They use their first 1-2 years to explore different classes and then can declare by their junior year. Here is a good blog post from Iona College that explains many of the FAQ about being "Undeclared." Be awar

Sports Psychology Tip No.1: Lower Expectations It is probably a no-brainer that coaches’ and parents’ high expectations for their kids can cause them to feel pressured. Parents and coaches sometimes impose their own expectations on their kids, aiming to boost kids' confidence. But often, this has the opposite effect. Athletes with high self-confidence levels end up in the winner’s circle. You want your child/athletes to feel fully confident at game time. That means you need t

We thought this would be a great time to answer some common questions we receive from families just like yours. Q: When should a student-athlete reach out to a college coach? A: While it is never too early to reach out to college coaches and get on their radar, the most critical time is typically the junior year. I have found it best to connect with coaches when you have information to report, as they can accurately assess whether you would be a good fit for their team. Th

Thanks to Rugby NJ for hosting us for an informative webinar for their families in Oct 2024. Many thanks to: Rugby New Jersey for hosting us! USA Eagle Carly Waters Special Thanks to: Akuma Sports and ArborBridge Test Prep

By ArborBridge Test Prep There is an aspect of scoring well on standardized testing that is often overlooked: minimizing careless...